In much the same way, Nguyet’s memories seem to fade as Ho Chi Minh City’s cool morning blends into the afternoon. With her hair tied in a silver bun and her feet slipping in and out of rubber sandals, she seems to blend seamlessly into the bustling city of over 12 million.

Trump’s travel ban and the humanitarian crisis in the Middle East raise the question of whether it makes sense to divide the world into neat little packages in the first place.

Future Southeast Asia Railway Project

Future Southeast Asia Rail Map

Last year I created the Future Southeast Asia Railway Map which proved to be a popular concept. I have some other map ideas, but for now I’m still bookmarking Southeast Asia railway news. If you would like to keep updated I have a Facebook group where I post articles and map news.